Tommaso

Tommaso is the Italian form of the given name Thomas. It derives from the Hebrew Ta'oma', meaning "twin," and reached Western languages through Aramaic and Greek, becoming Thomas in Latin. The name gained prominence in Christian Europe through Saint Thomas the Apostle (San Tommaso in Italian) and has remained a common given name in Italy and among Italian-speaking communities worldwide.

In Italian, Tommaso is the standard form; the English equivalent is Thomas. Diminutives and affectionate forms include Tommasino and, less formally, Tom. The name is widely used across Italian regions and carries historical ties to religious tradition, literature, and public life.

Notable people named Tommaso include Tommaso Campanella, a philosopher, theologian, and author of the late Renaissance; Tommaso Marinetti, a writer and the founder of the Futurist movement; and Tommaso Salvini, a prominent 19th-century Italian stage actor. The name continues to be common in Italy today, reflecting its long-standing cultural and religious associations.